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While Nihal and his S8UL teammate Aravindh Chithambaram have both successfully qualified for the upcoming Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 Chess main event, Nihal stands alone as India's premier direct invitee for the country-based ENC tournament, where he will represent Team India Esports.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as "one of the best batters in the world" in T20s. Sooryavanshi's phenomenal IPL 2026 season, amassing 776 runs with a strike rate of 237.30, has stunned cricket. Gill lauded the youngster's remarkable ability to dominate attacks and adapt under pressure, predicting a tough future for bowlers facing him.

The Green Bay Packers’ star player, Josh Jacobs, is staring at an uncertain future in the new season, just days after he was released from police custody after an alleged domestic violence situation involving his girlfriend, Ash Kaashh, has sparked chaos among fans. While Josh Jacobs has strongly denied all the charges through his legal team, Ash Kaashh’s recent post has raised eyebrows.

China's new AI algorithm, HG-STR, promises to revolutionize drone warfare. This system enables swarms of drones to autonomously identify and neutralize enemy targets, even in jammed and low-visibility conditions. Achieving a perfect 100% elimination rate in simulations, it makes critical decisions in milliseconds, offering a glimpse into future autonomous combat.

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee faced an alleged assault with stones and eggs in Sonarpur, West Bengal, while visiting post-poll violence victims' families. He claimed the incident was pre-planned and captured on camera, vowing to approach the high court and governor.

A US F-15E Strike Eagle was reportedly shot down over Iran by a Chinese-made shoulder-launched missile, marking a significant escalation. While US officials investigate, China denies providing recent military support, though past assistance and potential radar technology transfers are noted. The incident complicates ongoing US-China relations amid peace negotiations.

Tesla has significantly reduced Model Y prices in India, with the Premium RWD now costing Rs 9 lakh less. This strategic move aims to boost demand for its imported EVs, making them more accessible to a wider audience.

The U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said both India and Pakistan would continue to view each other through the prism of security concerns

Event to bring together more than 1,000 tour operators from the country and abroad

Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, posted on social media recalling how Coempt Edu Tech was the new name of Globarena Technologies involved in the Intermediate marks fiasco in Telangana

India's Army is undergoing a significant transformation post-Operation Sindoor, shifting towards preemptive, technology-driven deterrence. New formations like Rudra Brigades and Bhairav battalions, alongside integrated drone units, are enhancing combat readiness. This modernization focuses on unmanned systems, AI, and rapid response, reflecting a decisive move from manpower-heavy tactics to a high-tech, multi-domain force.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless 96 once again showcased the teenager's extraordinary talent, but it was Shubman Gill's sublime century that carried Gujarat Titans into the IPL final. While Sooryavanshi provided the thrills, Gill's masterclass in timing and placement sealed a record playoff chase and a date with RCB.

Srinagar police attached a residential house and land worth approximately ₹50 lakh belonging to alleged drug peddler Shafiq Ahmad Khawaja, a resident of Dildar Karnah, in north Kashmir's Kupwara district

The activist began the fast in Antarwali Sarati village, about 400 km from Mumbai, in the open without any canopy or protective shelter despite the intense heat

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the Centre has sanctioned ₹2,103 crore for the scheme, out of which we have already received ₹527 crore